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Machine Helper

PCA
Denver, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 2/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2026

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company.  Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds.  Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence.  We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers.  Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People • Customers • Trust

 

 

Principle Accountabilities: 
 
Set-up rails, print, and die cut section on Flexo accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques.
 
Inspect all dies before and after run to ensure that any necessary repairs are made before the next run.
 
Ensure all bolts for cutting dies are in place and tightly secured.
 
Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, warp, correct size, and print.  Check rolls for damage.
 
Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
 
Assist Operator, Assistant Operator and Utility with job duties on the machine.
 
Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to:  Production Data Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
 
Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
 
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
 
Adhere to production schedule and make recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Report any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
 
 
Basic Qualifications:  
 
High school diploma/GED.
 
Willing to work EVERY shift
 
Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.  
 
Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures.
 
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
 
 
Preferred Qualifications:  
 
Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment.

6 months experience working on a Flexo machine.
 
 
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
 
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
 
Ability to work within a team and effectively communicate with members. 
 

 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

 

  • Starting salary for position: $22.88-$23.99 per hour.
  • Bonus: Annual – Based upon achievement of plant performance metrics.
  • Paid Vacation: 1 weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year.  
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
  • Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
  • Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

 

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

 

Salary : $23 - $24

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